Lycopodiella longipes - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Lycopodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longipes
ID:
1270821
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook. & Grev.) Holub
Source:
tro
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 26(1): 93 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001270159
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lycopodiella longipes (also called Long-stalked Lycopodiella, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Lycopodiaceae family. It is native to Asia, where it is found in the temperate regions of China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in moist and shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lycopodiella longipes is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as colds, fever, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lycopodiella longipes has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lycopodiella longipes is a fern native to China. It can be propagated from spores or cuttings. To propagate from spores, sow the spores in a well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, humid spot. To propagate from cuttings, take a stem cutting of around 5 cm in length and allow it to dry out for a few days before planting it in well-draining soil. It should be kept in a warm, humid spot and watered regularly.
Where to Find Lycopodiella longipes
Lycopodiella longipes can be found in moist woodlands in the eastern United States and Canada.
Lycopodiella longipes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lycopodiella longipes?
Lycopodiella longipes
What is the common name of Lycopodiella longipes?
Longipes Palm
Where is Lycopodiella longipes native to?
China
Species in the Lycopodiella genus
Lycopodiella cernua, Lycopodiella affinis, Lycopodiella inundata, Lycopodiella alopecuroides, Lycopodiella brucei, Lycopodiella glaucescens, Lycopodiella copelandii, Lycopodiella prostrata, Lycopodiella pendulina, Lycopodiella appressa, Lycopodiella subappressa, Lycopodiella margueritae, Lycopodiella bradei, Lycopodiella diffusa, Lycopodiella iuliformis, Lycopodiella lateralis, Lycopodiella lehmannii, Lycopodiella riofrioi, Lycopodiella serpentina, Lycopodiella trianae, Lycopodiella camporum, Lycopodiella caroliniana, Lycopodiella contexta, Lycopodiella steyermarkii, Lycopodiella descendens, Lycopodiella longipes, Lycopodiella andicola, Lycopodiella krameriana, Lycopodiella maniculata, Lycopodiella geometra, Lycopodiella duseniana, Lycopodiella veigae, Lycopodiella tupiana, Lycopodiella hydrophila, Lycopodiella tomentosa, Lycopodiella robusta, Lycopodiella sarcocaulon, Lycopodiella curvata,
Species in the Lycopodiaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50244442: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Robert Kaye Greville (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grev.' in the authors string.